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Preventing and treating avoidable blindness in southern Ethiopia. Ensuring access to quality eye care. Registered Charity Number: 20061531 http://irl.orbis.org/

Orbis Ireland has a vision to eliminate a blinding and life destroying disease in some of the poorest regions in southern Ethiopia.

02/06/2026

At just four years old, Abiso’s world changed when a painful eye infection stopped him from playing, learning and enjoying childhood.

Living in rural Ethiopia, his family faced significant barriers to accessing eye care. When Orbis-trained community health workers reached Abiso’s village, they provided the treatment he needed and shared practical advice on hygiene and sanitation to help protect his sight and prevent future infections.

Today, Abiso’s mother, Zenash, is hopeful for her son’s future and dreams of seeing him grow up healthy and thriving.

Thanks to the support of people like you, families can access the care, knowledge and support they need to prevent avoidable blindness and build healthier futures.

Read Abiso’s full story on our website https://irl.orbis.org/en/news/2026/abisosstory. 💙

01/05/2026

Bisrat loves maths and dreams of helping others in his community. When his vision started to fail, a simple pair of glasses changed everything.

Read his full story and see the impact of eye care on our website: https://irl.orbis.org/en/news/bisrats-story

07/04/2026

Lace up for something bigger 👟✨

Join Team Orbis at the 2026 Irish Life Dublin Marathon and turn every step into sight-saving impact. Together, we can help fight avoidable blindness in Ethiopia.

Ready to run with purpose? 💙

Follow the link below to register your interest, or contact us @orbisireland.ie to secure your spot now.

🔗https://consoles.realbuzz.com/charity/orbis-ireland/listing/597/?own_place=0

24/02/2026

🎙Tune in to hear our fabulous mother–daughter duo, Avril and Annie, share their unforgettable experience taking on the Great Ethiopian Run and visiting Orbis Ireland’s projects in southern Ethiopia ✨

They’re chatting with on .2, but fair warning… you might find yourself joining us in Ethiopia after this one 👟🔥

Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Rs1sGKiZHou0TObDqk4Fw

19/02/2026

We have an array of exciting events & initiatives coming up this year. Register your interest now

Take part in one, two, or all of our events & initiatives:
🏉 Corporate Tag Rugby Tournament – Dublin | 27 March
👟 Virtual Step + Stride Challenge – Global | 1–30 June
👀 Eye Care For All | October
🏁 Irish Life Dublin Marathon | 25 October
🏃‍♀️ Great Ethiopian Run & Project Visit – Ethiopia | 19–26 November

Send us a message or visit our website https://irl.orbis.org/en/how-you-can-help/fundraise-for-orbis

We look forward to hearing from you 💙
Orbis Ireland Team
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17/02/2026

Ruth and her little brother Yeabsera are full of curiosity and energy 💛

Ruth (age 6) carries a quiet wisdom that comforts her family, while Yeabsera’s (age 4) endless questions light up every room. But trachoma, the leading infectious cause of blindness, was making it harder for them to see, learn, and take part in daily life. Their mother, Aseter, tried traditional remedies to ease their discomfort, but nothing helped.

When Orbis health workers screened the family, the diagnosis was clear: trachoma. For Aseter, seeing her children in pain and at risk of permanent blindness was devastating.

With timely treatment, care, and guidance from local health workers, Ruth and Yeabsera found relief and renewed hope. Early intervention means children can protect their sight and continue to explore, learn, and thrive. 👁️✨

05/01/2026

Proud to support life-changing eye care
We were delighted to present a cheque to Ciara Baumgartner from Orbis Ireland last week following a recent fundraising drive at Progressive Vision.

Orbis works around the world to prevent avoidable blindness by training local eye care teams and delivering sight-saving treatment through the incredible Flying Eye Hospital. Together, we’re helping protect vision and change lives.

02/12/2025

Today is Giving Tuesday & GlobalGiving is matching all donations.

This morning, Diane and Ciara took the December Dip at the Forty Foot to raise awareness and vital funds for clean, safe water in southern Ethiopia.

Access to water is essential in preventing trachoma, and today, on , is matching all donations made via the link below, making your donation go even further.

Please consider making a donation (follow the link in our bio) or even taking your own dip today — and help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with friends, family, and colleagues.

Thank you! 💙

01/12/2025

Tomorrow, join Ciara and Diane as they take on the December Dip to raise awareness and funds for clean, safe water in southern Ethiopia. Each Water Harvesting Unit (€1,500) gives 600+ children access to clean water — a vital step in preventing diseases like trachoma. 💧✨

And the impact gets even bigger.... is matching all donations from 5am tomorrow (Irish time) via the link we’ll share in the morning — so anything you give will go even further. 💙

Feeling brave? Join us for a dip! Or simply share the link and help spread the word. Every splash, share, and donation makes a difference. 💪🌊

💙 Bonus: Donations over €100 will receive a limited-edition Orbis swimming cap!

15/11/2025

Youngest Irishman to Cross the Atlantic Solo 🇮🇪☘️

Mark has completed an extraordinary 16-day race across the Atlantic Ocean, finishing 20th out of more than 80 competitors. This achievement comes after four years of dedication — preparation, training, fundraising, and relentless determination to bring his campaign and dream all the way to the finish line in Guadeloupe.

Along the journey, Mark raised vital funds and awareness for Orbis’s work to treat and prevent avoidable blindness. We are incredibly grateful for his support and honoured to see the Orbis logo proudly displayed on his sails.

What an accomplishment — massive congratulations to Mark!

Stay tuned for race footage from Mini Skippy… there’s more to come!

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http://Irl.orbis.org/

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